1 day
4 - 12 persons
01/11 to 01/06
For those able to ride
1 day
4 - 12 persons
01/11 to 01/06
For those able to ride
Georgia 1 - day tour on horseback from Tbilisi
Enjoy the horse trails of the Georgian desert. After seeing these areas every rider wants only one thing, to gallop across the boundless steppes that surround us!
Feel like you are on the set of a western, just 40 minutes from Tbilisi. Our brave Caucasian horses from Ushguli and a horse guide will be waiting to take you on a horseback rally! A tour dedicated to those who can ride a horse. Move freely at a walk, trot and gallop.
You can choose the direction of the rally from our two options or book two days of horseback adventure!
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Rainbow mountains
On the trail to the rainbow mountains
Get our brave caucasian horses! They are very hardy on the trail and accustomed to open areas. After all, this is their pasture every day. These are our Mose horses from the High Caucasus from the village of Ushguli, where we organise horseback tours in the summer. They spend the winter and spring precisely on the Georgian steppes. Winter is much milder here than in the High Caucasus. As a result, we can invite you on beautiful horse trails! Spring is luscious green glades and autumn sparkles in golden colours. The tour season runs from November to the end of May.
Saddles We have Georgian ones with a large and comfortable cushion on the seat. They are ideal for longer journeys.
1. Horseback ride to the Rainbow Mountains
We set off on horseback to rainbow mountains and a picturesque lake. These places are called the Georgian Mars or Peru! We travel about 25 km round trip on horseback. The trail leads through Georgian steppes, dirt roads. We ride at a brisk pace. We have ideal stretches for fast gallops. The rainbow mountains shimmer in carmine yellow and beige. Their reflection on the crystal clear surface of the water enhances their effect! You will feel like you are on another planet! We will ride on horseback to a lookout point from where you will admire these cosmic views in 360 degrees! You have to see it with your own eyes! At the lake there will be time for the horses to stop and rest, and a picnic with regional Georgian delicacies. After a rest we will set off on the return journey.
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View from the trail
Rainbow mountains in the background
Horseback riding, galloping through the Georgian desert with its endless horizons is an unforgettable feeling of freedom in the saddle. It is every rider's dream, which together with our irreplaceable horses we can fulfil for you.
Route summary:
- Length of route: approx. 25 km
- Tour duration: approximately 7 hours (excluding transfers to and from Tbilisi)
- Number of hours in the saddle: approx. 5 hours
- Overhills: Only at the rainbow mountains themselves
Note: The pace of the ride is decided by the horse guide, adapting it to the participants' skills
2. horseback rally to Natlismtsemeli, the ancient cave complex of the Monastery of St. John the Baptist
We will set off on horseback to Georgian Jordan! To the mystical monastery in the rock of St John the Baptist, which is a fascinating story of Georgia's deep Christian heritage. Its origins date back to the 6th century. Over time, its walls have witnessed countless invasions. From the Turks, to the Persians, to the Mongols. To this day, monks still live in these harsh conditions. On horseback, we travel about 35 km in both directions. The trail leads through vast clearings, steppes and dirt roads. We have good galloping sections along the route. On horseback we arrive at the monastery itself galloping through the canyons and mountains of the desert.
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At the gates of the monastery
Natlismtsemeli Monastery
Like the frame of a western movie, we will leave our horses in front of the main gate of the complex to rest. And we will explore on foot the interior of the rock-cut church, the ancient grottoes, the monks' rooms and the tower. There will be a break near the monastery for the horses to rest and a picnic with regional Georgian delicacies. After a rest, we will set off on our return journey. We will say goodbye to our horses and drive back to Tbilisi.
- Length of route: approx. 35 km
- Number of hours in the saddle: approx. 6 hours
- Elevations: gentle climbs, hills
Requirements and Skills
- Required Riding Level: The tour is for intermediate to advanced riders. The ability to move freely at the trot, canter and gallop is required.
- Physical limitations: Maximum participant weight 85 kg, and minimum age 16 years (only if accompanied by an adult - legal guardian)
- Physical Conditioning: Good physical condition is required to make the trip enjoyable
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Galloping through the Georgian steppes
Booking:
- Book your tour at least 2 days in advance. In a message to us let us know:
- How many of you are there?
- At what age?
- Describe each person's riding skill level
- Do you need a transfer from Tbilisi?
Organisational details:
- We do not run a riding school or organise horse walks for photos.
- Included in the tour price are:
- A horse with a full row
- Supervision by a local horse guide
- Picnic during the trip
- In addition, transport from Tbilisi: For those willing, we organise transfers to and from Tbilisi.
- The start of the tour is at 10.30 a.m. If you are using our transfer, the pick-up from Tbilisi is at 9.00 a.m. (You can also arrive to the tour start point on your own, the exact location is sent to you upon booking).
- Price does not include insurance
What to take with you on the trip?
- Comfortable, sporty clothing suitable for the weather and suitable for riding
- Trekking boots
- Mackintosh
- Gloves
- Helmet (riding without a helmet is at your own risk)
- Kidney, small backpack for handy items, water bottle
- Neck sling, chimney
- Cream with UV filter
- Sunglasses
- There can be strong winds in the desert, prepare suitable clothing for this weather.
Important principles:
- Prohibition of alcohol consumption in the saddle
- Remember the basic rules of culture and respect towards other people and animals.
- No smoking or littering on horseback. There will be an opportunity to smoke during breaks. We take all rubbish back with us. Remember the environment
- During the breaks you can take photo sessions, during the ride we do not stop at additional places outside the scheduled breaks.
The price depends on the number of people in the group and any individual arrangements.
Contact get on with it!
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